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“Customers are willing to try new things, and if you can survive, you will have fewer competitors. It's like entering the eye of the storm. As long as you are strong enough to survive, you can end up in still water by yourself.”

Quote by Brian Chesky

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Brian Chesky, born on August 29, 1981, is an American internet entrepreneur. He co-founded Airbnb, an online short-term rental platform that has revolutionized the global travel accommodation industry. Chesky is renowned for his innovative thinking and leadership in the internet industry. more

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